by The province says more than 350 registered nurses and licensed practical nurses have started working or have accepted offers to work with the Health Authority and IWK Health between January and September of this year.
It says hiring is ongoing and numbers are expected to increase in the months ahead.
The government says the new hires will be working in all areas of the healthcare system.
That includes medical/surgical units, critical care, women’s and children’s health as well as mental health and addictions, primary healthcare and seniors and long-term care.
Nova Scotia graduates about 700 registered nurses and licensed practical nurses each year.